Written by Dennis Harvell The Rescuer: The Rock. Always Fine. The realization—that you are “the rescuer” who never gets rescued—is a heavy burden to carry, especially when those roles were established so long ago. You taught them that you are the source, the rock, and the one who is always “fine.” But the rock is… Continue reading The Rescuer: The Rock. Always Fine
Tag: Reflections
Freedom Is Just A Word Until You Actually Spend It
Written by Dennis Harvell 🌿 Freedom Is Just A Word Until You Actually Spend It is The reason “next year” hasn’t been your year in the past is because you were still carrying the Winter Weight of everyone else’s expectations. You were working a job that drained your energy and supporting people who drained your… Continue reading Freedom Is Just A Word Until You Actually Spend It
“I’m Done”
Written by Dennis Harvell I’m Done Being “done” isn’t an outburst. Anger is loud; “done” is silent. I’ve spent years being the foundation for people who wouldn’t offer a single brick in return. I’ve been the bank, the therapist, the safety net — and the silence that comes when you stop giving is deafening. I’m… Continue reading “I’m Done”
When the Jackpot Isn’t Worth the Cost
Written by Dennis Harvell Every time the headlines scream about a billion‑dollar jackpot, I pause — not because I want to play, but because it reminds me of who I used to be. For years, I played everything: Mega Millions, Powerball, Pick 5, the regular lotto. Week after week, I bought into the hope that… Continue reading When the Jackpot Isn’t Worth the Cost
He Who Refreshes Others Will Himself Be Refreshed
Written by Dennis Harvell, collaborator Tonia Durbin There are moments when words arrive like a gift, reminding us of truths we’ve quietly carried. My sister’s message did that for me today. She spoke of how I’ve always been there for others—through hard times, through winters when we had little, through Christmas mornings when I made… Continue reading He Who Refreshes Others Will Himself Be Refreshed
Holiday Lights
Written by Dennis Harvell Holiday Lights The holiday season is officially upon us and the season brings a unique kind of light to the world—a light that chases away the cold and illuminates our shared hope for the year ahead. This stunning scene captures that powerful, universal feeling, showing a community transformed by the festive… Continue reading Holiday Lights
Kindness is Strength
Written by Dennis Harvell Who assume the best about each other, not the worst. Who affirm one another’s dignity, speak with respect, and never name-call. Who see each other as gift — a brother, not an enemy — even when we disagree. Who, in the heat of conversation, still value one another… Continue reading Kindness is Strength
Kindness In The Waiting Room
A simple compliment in a waiting lounge sparked meaningful connections, reminding us of the power of kindness.
City Vibes
Written by Dennis Harvell This collage captures the compressed heartbeat of New York City The Bronx where every landmark pulses with memory and movement. The Statue of Liberty stands in the foreground like a sentinel of welcome, while the Brooklyn Bridge stretches across the scene as a symbol of connection—between boroughs, cultures, and generations. The… Continue reading City Vibes
Dress Warm, Walk Slow
Written by Dennis Harvell Bronx morning wrapped in introspection. The sun rises behind a veil of thick clouds, casting a muted glow across the skyline. The buildings stand in silhouette, softened by haze, while the bare trees in the foreground echo the season’s shift — stripped of color, yet full of quiet presence. It’s a… Continue reading Dress Warm, Walk Slow